Associate Expert Science & Technology (Analytical Scientist- OSD)

Job Description Summary

Perform and document scientific experiments in the laboratory for drug substances (DS) and drug products (DP) in collaboration with multifunctional project teams. Contribute to maintenance of lab instruments/day-to-day operations. Timely execution of project related activities to support TRD-NCE strategies and goals.

 

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

1. Plan, organize, execute, and document scientific experiments (e.g., analytical
method developments/ validations/ transfers/ stability/ release testing,
formulation development analytics etc.) according to the agreed timelines and
appropriate quality standards.
2. Accountable for documentation and submission of raw data in appropriate data
system (for e.g., LIMS test activation and results entry).
3. Responsible for good documentation practices (GDP) and good laboratory
practices (GLP) during execution of laboratory activities.
4. Support in evaluation and interpretation of results including investigations on
SST failures, OOX/Deviations/Change controls as needed.
5. Responsible for assigned laboratory related area/activities (e.g.,
chemical/reagents/consumables/samples/column/ glassware management
etc.).
6. Responsible for implementation and maintenance of
lean/efficient/environmentally sustainable practices in the laboratory.
7. Proactively communicate key issues and any other critical topics in a timely
manner to the manager and/or to any other relevant project team member(s).
8. Responsible to meet KQI (Key quality indicators) and KPI (Key performance
indicators) for all assigned activities.
9. Support internal and external audits and ensure no critical findings within the
assigned scope.
10. Actively contribute to team and organization goals.
11. Work according to appropriate SOPs, GMP, GLP, QM, HSE, ISRM & Novartis
Guidelines.
12. Additional specific roles/tasks: See Up4Growth training assignments for the business roles for the associate
as per the team matrix and completion of trainings in transcript of learning
system (e.g., Up4Growth).

Minimum Requirements:

• Technician or Bachelors/Masters in Life Science (e.g., analytical / organic chemistry / pharmacy / pharmaceutical development) or equivalent.
• Knowledge in quality principles driving drug development such as GMP.
• Understanding of general regulatory and quality expectations.
• Good scientific background, communication skills including presentation and scientific/technical writing.

 

Skills Desired

Environment, Health And Safety (Ehs), Laboratory Instrumentation, Manufacturing Processes, Materials Science, Process Simulation, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)